STATE NEWS

Lawmakers: Change state law that bars Texans in default on student loans from renewing work licenses

The conservative House Freedom Caucus called for the Legislature to address "head on" a state statute they say impedes Texans' ability to work and makes it even harder for them to pay back their debt.

By SHANNON NAJMABADI, The Texas Tribune
Posted 4/5/18

State lawmakers, including some of the most conservative members of the Texas House, say changes should be made to a state statute that bars workers from renewing their professional licenses if they …

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